Scarleteen

Hi I had a quick question. I normally get really bad cramps the first 3 days of my period and I tend to just lay around the house and be lazy. I wanted to know if working out and staying active during the worst days of my period would help alleviate the cramps, pain, and discomfort.

Thanks

Some people find that exercise can help with cramps, partly because of the endorphins (a type of hormone) released during exercise that can help lessen pain. If you're really uncomfortable a seriously strenuous workout probably isn't a great idea, but going for a walk or doing some yoga is worth a try. There are a few other things you can do as well that can help lessen cramps. Check it out: Stamp Out Cramps!